Grappling with the Monster; Or, the Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink

In "Grappling with the Monster; Or, the Curse and the Cure of Strong Drink," T. S. Arthur navigates the perilous waters of alcohol addiction and its moral and social implications through a fiery narrative that oscillates between haunting realism and didacticism. Composed in the context of the temperance movement of the late 19th century, Arthur employs eloquent prose and compelling scenarios to il...